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MELINDA E FORD DO
NPI 1073508354
Family Medicine in Athens, OH

Active since September 13, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
24 W GREEN DR STE 246, ATHENS, OH 45701(740) 593-2516(740) 593-2905 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 16, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Melinda E Ford Do NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MELINDA E FORD DO (NPI 1073508354) is an individual family medicine provider in Athens, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (34008230) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ohiohealth O'bleness Hospital, and is a graduate of At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073508354
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameMELINDA E FORDCredential: DO
Location Address24 W GREEN DR STE 246Athens, OH 45701-2974
Mailing Address5450 Frantz Rd Ste 360Dublin, OH 43016-4141 · (614) 544-6155 · Fax (614) 544-6370
Phone(740) 593-2516
Fax(740) 593-2905
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSAt Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, KirksvilleGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateSeptember 13, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 16, 2019
✔ NPI 1073508354 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 34008230
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
24 W GREEN DR STE 246, Athens, OH 45701
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melinda E Ford Do is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3375579824
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050715000242
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
187 services91 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
62 services50 patients
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation 80305
Testing for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.
46 services12 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
39 services39 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
31 services28 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
30 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Ohiohealth O'bleness Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, OH
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360014
Location55 Hospital DriveAthens, OH 45701 · Athens County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45701 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$84.72 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers16 claims32 services$4.66 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier24 claims24 services$19.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier48 claims48 services$111.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$38.23 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LAURA L HOCTER-OUSLEY DO
Family Medicine
24 W GREEN DR STE 246
ATHENS, OH 45701
Athens County (740) 593-2516
LORENA KAY DONOFRIO D.O.
Family Medicine
24 W GREEN DR STE 246
ATHENS, OH 45701
Athens County (740) 592-7020

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Melinda Ford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Ford is 1073508354. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2005.

Where is Melinda Ford located?

Melinda Ford practices at 24 W Green Dr Ste 246, Athens, OH 45701. The listed phone number is (740) 593-2516.

What is Melinda Ford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Melinda Ford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Ford is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Melinda Ford accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and MedMutual list Melinda Ford as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Melinda Ford affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melinda Ford is affiliated with Ohiohealth O'bleness Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Ford was last updated on December 16, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.